Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez commented on possible military scenarios surrounding Greenland in his speech. He noted that if such a step were taken, it would serve Russia's interests and be one of the results that would most please President Vladimir Putin.
The editorial reports that Pedro Sánchez emphasized that Europe should move towards a faster integration process against the backdrop of such risks. According to him, the countries of the continent should form a real and effective common defense mechanism and avoid fragmentation in security matters.
The head of the Spanish government also stated that US President Donald Trump's rhetoric regarding Greenland could negatively impact the Euro-Atlantic security balance. In this regard, it is considered important for European states to demonstrate a coordinated and principled stance.